Daily editionSaturday, March 15th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick.
The Daily Kennewick Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of March.
Community
Downtown Kennewick bars—including Blackthorne Neighborhood Pub, Parkade Bar and Grill and The Sports Page Bar and Grill—voted today to donate the proceeds from the St. Paddy's pub crawl to Tumbleweed Cat Rescue.
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Anne McCartney (from Tumbleweed Cat Rescue) said the group helps cats with adoption challenges find homes and that the yearly downtown pub crawl boosts support for their rescue efforts every year.
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Education
Richland School District fired a substitute teacher after reports that the teacher gave three Nazi salutes during a class at Richland High School—parents reported the behavior prompting an investigation—and district officials confirmed the act violated school policy.
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Government
The UCLA Voting Rights Project has sent a formal notice to the Port of Pasco alleging that its at-large voting system violates the Washington Voting Rights Act by limiting the voting power of Latino communities who make up nearly 42% of the region’s voters.
The Port has 90 days to respond as officials gather information for further discussion—attorneys claim that a district-based system would offer fairer representation.
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Health
Researchers from the University of Vienna scanned the brains of 49 volunteers who received electric shocks while viewing natural landscapes or city scenes.
The study in Nature Communications showed that looking at nature reduced pain and lowered activity in brain areas that sense pain — a finding that could guide future virtual pain relief treatments.
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Accidents
A crash on northbound US 395 involved two cars, caused minor injuries and blocked the left lane—delaying drivers, officials said on March 14th, 2025.
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Kennewick Events
Custer's 26th Annual Spring Arts and Crafts Show
Friday, March 21st, 2025 · Over 150 artisans will showcase a diverse array of fine art, hand crafts, and specialty foods at Custer's Spring Arts and Crafts Show.
Lil Maru Concert at The Hideout
Saturday, March 22nd, 2025 · Lil Maru will perform live at The Hideout / El Escondite in Kennewick, showcasing a vibrant music experience.
Hands-On Greek Cooking Class at Muret-Gaston Wine Bar
Sunday, March 23rd, 2025 · Experience a hands-on cooking class focusing on Greek cuisine, where participants will prepare Pork Loukaniko and enjoy a meal paired with wine.
On-Site Tour at Brookdale Canyon Lakes
Sunday, March 30th, 2025 · 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. | Brookdale Canyon Lakes | Free entry | Explore the best in senior living with exceptional care, meals, and activities on display.
Sunday Funday Music Bingo
Sunday, April 13th, 2025 · 3-6 p.m. — Sports Page Bar & Grill — Free to play — Enjoy an all-ages Music Bingo event with catchy sing-along hits and good vibes.